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Originally posted by WestMichBlue
"allow the runner to leave the base in FP when the ball leaves the pitcher's hand OR "when the pivot foot leaves the pitching plate on the delivery."
"After reading Andy's explanation from the ASA National Staff, I am beginning to warm to this rule change. Clearly, (IMO) something needs to be done to address leaps, crow hops, etc."
This is crazy. I can't believe we are even discussing it.
Just how much time will elaspe between the time the pivot foot starts to drag and when the stride foot lands and the pitch is delivered? A fraction of a second? And a runner is going to gain two steps in that time? Maybe if they are shot out of that cannon the circus left behind, but I don't think they are doing it on their own.
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No argument from me, I agree. I think the cause and affect is overstated, but apparently, someone is sold on this idea.
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